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Tagged “Unreal Engine 5”
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Digital Foundry: FSR 3 on Console, Hellblade 2, and IGN News
This episode of DF Direct Weekly tackles the inaugural console implementation of AMD FSR 3 Frame Generation in Immortals of Aveum, finding it a surprisingly effective, albeit imperfect, solution for reaching high refresh rate targets. The …
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Fallout 4 Remaster, Avatar 40fps & Game Development
This episode focuses on the rocky launch of the Fallout 4 next-gen update, highlighting persistent bugs and missed opportunities for the PC version. The team explores the promising introduction of 40 FPS modes in Avatar: Frontiers of Pando…
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Digital Foundry Direct Weekly 157: Hellblade 2, VR & Tech
In this episode of Digital Foundry Direct Weekly, the team dives into the controversial 30 FPS target for Hellblade 2, debating its validity as a design choice in the era of Unreal Engine 5. The discussion expands into the technical merits…
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State of Unreal, FSR 3.1, PSVR 2 PC Support & GTA 6 Analysis
This episode covers major industry developments from GDC 2024. The panel dives into the technological promises of Marvel 1943 running on Unreal Engine 5, alongside AMD’s significant update to FSR 3.1. Extensive discussion follows regarding…
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Digital Foundry Direct: Xbox Developer Direct & Tech Deep Dives
This episode of Digital Foundry Direct dives into the 2024 Xbox Developer Direct, where the team analyzes the reveals of Indiana Jones and the Great Circle, Hellblade II, Ara: History Untold, and Avowed. The panel provides critical technic…
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Digital Foundry: Graphics of the Year Awards 2023
In this year-end special, the Digital Foundry team awards their favorite games for visual excellence in 2023. The conversation centers on the intersection of artistic vision and cutting-edge rendering technology, with deep dives into title…
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Digital Foundry Direct: TGA Announcements & Analysis
In this 141st edition of Digital Foundry Direct, the team analyzes the most notable visual and technical revelations from The Game Awards 2023. They deep-dive into the raw rendering quality of titles like Senua's Saga: Hellblade 2 and Hide…
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Digital Foundry Direct: Jim Ryan, Epic Layoffs & Alan Wake 2
This episode focuses on major industry shifts and technical analyses of upcoming software. The hosts start with the departure of PlayStation CEO Jim Ryan, questioning the long-term impact of his GaaS-focused strategy on the brand's creativ…
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Digital Foundry: Cyberpunk 2.0, Graphics Tech & PC Gaming Issues
This episode of DF Direct Weekly covers the state of Cyberpunk 2077 post-patch 2.0, evaluating the impact of DLSS 3.5 Ray Reconstruction and console performance. The team tackles the industry-wide challenge of updating GPU benchmark method…
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Digital Foundry Direct: State of Play & Direct Review
This week's episode centers on the technical analysis of the recent gaming showcases from Sony and Nintendo. The team offers praise for the visual ambition behind titles like Final Fantasy VII Rebirth and Avatar: Frontiers of Pandora, whil…
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DF Direct Weekly 125: Gamescom, Intel Drivers, and Xbox 360
In this episode, the team previews the upcoming Gamescom exhibition, discussing which titles and tech announcements offer the most promise. A major portion of the discussion focuses on Intel's impressive new DirectX 11 driver updates and t…
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PlayStation 5 Pro Rumors and Hardware Analysis
This episode focuses primarily on the rumors surrounding the potential PlayStation 5 Pro, analyzing its technical plausibility, the necessity of such hardware in the current market, and how it might handle demanding technologies like Unrea…
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Digital Foundry Direct Weekly: 116 | Tech & Gaming
In this episode of DF Direct Weekly, the team dives into the evolving landscape of console hardware, focusing on why a mid-gen "Pro" model may not be the immediate priority for manufacturers. They analyze the persistent challenges of PC po…
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Digital Foundry: Xbox Games Showcase Analysis
In this special episode, the Digital Foundry team provides a comprehensive technical analysis of the latest Xbox Games Showcase. The hosts discuss a diverse lineup of titles, ranging from the visually striking reveal of Fable and the styli…
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Digital Foundry: Unrecord, UE5 Games, and Handheld PCs
This episode of Digital Foundry Direct focuses on the latest advancements in gaming technology. The team starts by analyzing the viral Unrecord footage, confirming its legitimacy as a real-time Unreal Engine 5 showcase rather than a scam. …
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Unreal Engine 5 Deep Dive: GDC News and Tech Analysis
In this jam-packed episode of Digital Foundry Direct Weekly, the team dives deep into the major announcements from GDC 2023. A bulk of the conversation focuses on the transformative potential of Unreal Engine 5, specifically regarding Nani…
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Digital Foundry Direct Weekly: 343, Gaming Shutdowns & DLSS 3
This episode of Digital Foundry Direct focuses on the major structural changes at 343 Industries and the shifting technical landscape of the gaming industry. The hosts dive deep into the challenges of live-service game closures—like those …
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DF Direct Weekly: Callisto Updates & Game Awards Recap
This episode of DF Direct Weekly serves as a comprehensive analysis of the current state of high-profile PC and console gaming. The discussion kicks off with a technical deep-dive into The Callisto Protocol, acknowledging significant post-…
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DF2ET: Witcher 3 Next-Gen, UE5 Foliage & GPU Pricing
This episode covers the highly anticipated Witcher 3 next-gen update, analyzing its potential for advanced ray-tracing features and technical improvements. The panel delves into significant updates for Unreal Engine 5.1, noting how the new…
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Digital Foundry Direct Weekly: Xbox Series S and PC Patches
This episode of Digital Foundry Direct focuses on the ongoing performance debates surrounding the Xbox Series S and its role in current game development. The hosts analyze recent patches for major titles including Sackboy: A Big Adventure,…
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DF Weekly: God of War Ragnarok, RDNA 3, and Tech Trends
This episode focuses on the highly anticipated God of War Ragnarök, with the team evaluating its visual fidelity and performance modes on PlayStation hardware. The discussion delves into the potential for AMD's upcoming RDNA 3 chiplet-base…
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Xbox & Bethesda E3 2022 Deep Dive: Starfield & Forza
This analysis covers the technical highlights and gameplay impressions from the Xbox and Bethesda 2022 showcase. The team praises the ambitious visual evolution of Starfield, highlighting improvements in shadow mapping and volumetric effec…
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Summer Game Fest Analysis: The Last of Us & Sci-Fi Horror
This edition of DF Direct Weekly centers on the recent Summer Game Fest announcements, specifically the controversial yet technically interesting remake of The Last of Us Part 1 and the visible resurgence of the sci-fi horror genre. The te…
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Xbox Outages, Duke Nukem Leaks & Unreal Engine 5
This episode covers the recent Xbox network outage and the implications of its restrictive DRM policies on user accessibility. The team also discusses a fascinating new Microsoft patent intended to bridge the gap between physical and digit…
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DF Direct Weekly: Unreal Engine 5, Current-Gen State, and Playdate
This episode of DF Direct Weekly centers on the ongoing shift in gaming generations, heavily influenced by the emergence of Unreal Engine 5 and the economic pressures forcing developers to deliver cross-gen titles. The team analyzes the cu…
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